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Discussion: Does the NFL have a playoff format problem?

With the Minnesota Vikings surviving a late push from the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Week 18’s matchup between the Lions and Vikings just got a lot more interesting. If the Detroit Lions win or tie, they will win the division and earn the No. 1 seed plus a bye week. If they lose, they get in as a Wild Card team with the No. 5 seed. It’s a harsh drop for a team that would have 14 wins and the second best record in the NFC.

Today’s Question of the Day is…

Does the NFL have a playoff format problem?